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Let it rain: resort offers free stay in downpours
Seeded on Wed Nov 18, 2009 10:59 AM EST (msnbc.com)
A luxury Malaysian beach resort has come up with a novel way for guests to actually look forward to a downpour on their holiday: a free night if the rainfall exceeds one inch.
Luxury for less in Las Vegas
Seeded on Tue Nov 17, 2009 5:30 PM EST (msnbc.com)
We sent intrepid writer Andrew Lincoln on a mission to see just how low some of the world's most over-the-top hotels would go. With a little ingenuity, you can get it all for a lot less.
Europe's most luxurious hotels
Seeded on Mon Nov 16, 2009 5:54 PM EST (msnbc.com)
These top spots offer every little elegant touch - some, even at a discount. We solicited expert advice to pull together the very best places to stay in Europe.
World's top hotels
Seeded on Mon Nov 16, 2009 4:50 PM EST (msnbc.com)
These hotels offer a wide-range of amenities meant to lure travelers seeking high-level luxury. But the lavish life doesn't come cheap.
Honeymoon ideas for adventurous newlyweds
Seeded on Wed Nov 4, 2009 2:12 PM EST (msnbc.com)
After the months of planning and stress that go into pulling off that perfect wedding fete, nothing's sweeter than boarding the plane en route to the long-awaited honeymoon.
The world's quietest places
Seeded on Wed Nov 4, 2009 11:35 AM EST (msnbc.com)
Need to get away from the noise? Around the world remain places that are surprisingly accessible where the constant din of civilization simply drops away.
Where just-married couples visit the most
Seeded on Wed Nov 4, 2009 11:30 AM EST (msnbc.com)
From the idyllic islands of Hawaii to the romantic isles of Italy, the top 10 most visited honeymoon destinations around the globe.
Louisville hotel wins top ranking
Seeded on Wed Oct 28, 2009 11:03 AM EDT (msnbc.com)
Wade Johnson has plopped down in plenty of hotels, but ranks his stays at 21c Museum Hotel in Louisville as a one-of-a-kind experience. Turns out, that experience has a large following.
North America's top wine destinations
Seeded on Mon Oct 12, 2009 11:56 AM EDT (msnbc.com)
European destinations are often in the spotlight when it comes to fine wines but North America holds it own when it comes to varietals, according to travel Web site TripAdvisor.
Top 10 new rooftop bars
Seeded on Sun Sep 27, 2009 2:42 AM EDT (msnbc.com)
Life is good at the top, thanks to these newly debuted U.S. hotel bars.
$15K suite deal includes Bay views, Ferrari
Seeded on Thu Sep 24, 2009 6:15 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
JFK slept here. So did Prince Charles. Representatives of the Big Four presumably stayed awake as they worked on the United Nations Charter in 1945.
5 spots to live out your 'Mad Men' fantasies
Seeded on Mon Sep 21, 2009 4:29 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
Now in its third season, the critically acclaimed television show "Mad Men" has inspired a surge of tourism in New York City. Here are the spots to live out your 1960s fantasies.
Top 5 small, boutique hotels
Seeded on Mon Sep 21, 2009 4:25 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
Small can definitely be beautiful, with boutique hotel specialists and booking service Mr & Mrs Smith (www.mrandmrssmith.com) listing their five favorite properties around the world.
In a recession, we still need pampering
Seeded on Tue Sep 8, 2009 3:14 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
In this economy, we could probably all use a little pampering: a massage, a facial, a pedicure. Perhaps a nice soak in a hot whirlpool. The spa, new figures show, is one thing we're not giving up, even if it means opting for a cheaper experience and fewer treatments.
Top all-you-can-eat buffets
Seeded on Sun Sep 6, 2009 4:28 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
From Las Vegas to Singapore and New York, the best spots to satisfy a big hunger.
Wine country contenders
Seeded on Wed Sep 2, 2009 2:52 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
Perhaps they're not the first place you think of when it comes to wineries, but these four regions offer character and great wine, without the hoopla.
World's tallest, coldest and greenest hotels
Seeded on Sun Aug 23, 2009 5:19 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
For travelers who like a hotel with a superlative attached, online hotel specialist hotels.com has come with a list of record-breaking hotels.
Beautiful lakeside resorts around the globe
Seeded on Sun Aug 16, 2009 8:07 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
Rather than looking out at the vast emptiness of the ocean, many vacationers appreciate the dramatic and varied scenery beheld from the shores of many lakes.
Great farm-to-table restaurants
Seeded on Sun Aug 16, 2009 1:22 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
A handful of top dining spots are taking the "eating local" concept to the next level by actually growing their own food.
Where supermodels go to get away
Seeded on Thu Aug 13, 2009 3:08 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
Where do Adriana Lima, Miranda Kerr, Claudia Schiffer, Heidi Klum and other uber-svelte beauty queens go to relax? You'll find them at these hotspots.
Forget the shuttle, take the helicopter
Seeded on Fri Aug 7, 2009 7:29 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
Got to get to Narita airport from downtown Tokyo but pressed for time? Soon you will be able to hire a Hermes helicopter -- and make it in just 30 minutes.
Wine and dine your way around the globe
Seeded on Fri Jul 31, 2009 5:44 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
In recent years, the food and wine festival has become less of an industry-insider event and more of a chance for civilian epicures to mingle with chefs, vinters and restaurateurs.
You want what? Outrageous guest requests
Seeded on Sat Jul 25, 2009 1:33 AM EDT (msnbc.com)
If you think you're just paying for the bed, think again! Five Star hotels pride themselves on being able to cater to their guests' every whim - we've collected some extraordinary tales of hotel staff who have gone above and beyond to keep guests happy.
Outrageous hotel concierge requests
Seeded on Thu Jul 23, 2009 9:59 AM EDT (msnbc.com)
From transporting tigers to carpeting beaches, hotel concierges from Miami to Macao have heard it all - and have tried to help.
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